Headlamp - What is the Best?

[DIY]

What is the best headlamp out there that runs like a champ and that is super bright.. 180-200 lumens? Also, that u don't have to worry about replacing the bulb hardly

 

[armyjoe]

I just bought the Petzl Myo RXP2.

This thing is bright as can be and is also really light weight. I run 3 Lithium batteries in it and the run time is insane. I run it on high 99% of the time and I put in 2-4 days a week in the field and I haven't changed the batteries yet. I've been using it for 3 months now.

 

[gelton]

Everyone seems to lean towards the peitzel brand but I have the cabelas alaskan guide version. Like most of my stuff - a little heavy but hasn't let me down yet and meets your brightness specs. http://www.cabelas.com/product/Cabelas-Alaskan-Guide-XP-Green-Headlamp-by-Princeton-Tec/1438747.uts

 

[hunthard]

I had a cabelas model, way heavy and sucked batteries like none other. I got a princeton tec last year (not sure the model) I'm super pleased with it. Super light, runs 3 AAA lithiums, compact, 4 different brightness modes, batteries last forever, I think the brightest is 100 lumens which is plenty in my opinion and it was $40.

 

[armyjoe]

THat is actually a awesome headlamp. I ran that for 2 yrs without issue. Just upgraded a little with the newer one. The battery pack fit on the back was what I didn't like on it. Just didn't sit right for me. My buddy bought it from me and fits him great. For the money I think its a great option.

Everyone seems to lean towards the peitzel brand but I have the cabelas alaskan guide version. Like most of my stuff - a little heavy but hasn't let me down yet and meets your brightness specs. http://www.cabelas.com/product/Cabelas-Alaskan-Guide-XP-Green-Headlamp-by-Princeton-Tec/1438747.uts

 

[Rick Leathley]

I have an older model of the BD Icon. The older model has a much better spot then the newer model. not the lightest unit but I like it.

 

[DIY]

Did aron ever do a gear review for headlamps?

 

[Top147]

Fenix - all the way

 

[DIY]

When you guys are going back far in are you taking a spare bulb or chancing it?

 

[dotman]

When you guys are going back far in are you taking a spare bulb or chancing it?

Never have worried about it.

 

[armyjoe]

What model do you use? I ask because I wasnt happy with the HP11. I returned it after the first week

Fenix - all the way

 

[armyjoe]

Never have worried about it.

x2 don't worry

 

[gelton]

When you guys are going back far in are you taking a spare bulb or chancing it?

I carry a backup headlamp. Lightweight energizer model that puts out surprisingly good light. Cheap to replace too.

 

[Ironman]

Energizer. Red, flood, spot, spot/flood, strobe. $14.88 at Walmart. 3 AAA batteries, same batteries as other electronics.

 

[gelton]

Energizer. Red, flood, spot, spot/flood, strobe. $14.88 at Walmart. 3 AAA batteries, same batteries as other electronics.

Yep that's the one.

 

[Higbean]

I've had a few of the Black Diamond spots and while I do like em, I really want a Zebra light.

 

[larryschwartz]

Yep that's the one.

X3...I have the same Energizer model. Tried others but just like the mix of ease of use, light options, and weight.

 

[hammer0419]

I prefer Fenix. Many like Zebra lights.

 

[dreamingbig]

I take two Petzyls. Great little lights. The one I use mainly has an option for red light for those early morning walks before daylight.

 

[bbrown]

Well since no one else has said it - I am on my 3rd Princeton Tec and I have liked them all. Still have the first (Quad) but decided to upgrade to the Remix this spring because its smaller, lighter and brighter and it seems to be even better so far. Just picked up the Fuel for the wife and it seems to be a steal for the $20 I gave for it.